View a FREE sample

This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 5, how does Agnes describe her family as a child?

2. Whose belongings are being auctioned off in the beginning of Chapter 1?

3. Where does this story take place?

4. What is one way Agnes Magnusdottir believes others see her in Chapter 1?

5. Why does the poet, Rosa, dislike Agnes, as outlined in the Opening Poem in Chapter 5?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why would Reverend Toti's father not be supportive of him being Agnes' spiritual advisor?

2. What does the Ministerial Book reveal about Agnes' past that may give insight into her future?

3. How does Agnes argue with Reverend Toti about the meaning of 'truth'" (126)?

4. What does Agnes mean when she says that people did not see her; they see two dead men in a burning farm with a knife?

5. Why does Agnes not know what to say to Reverend Toti?

6. How is Reverend Toti's relationship with his father in relation to his time spent with Agnes?

7. How does Agnes respond to Reverend Toti's initial comments about prayer and absolution?

8. Why does Margret point out the ravens in the sky to Reverend Toti?

9. What are Agnes' emotions like when she first arrives at Kornsa?

10. How does Agnes feel while working in the field at the Kornsa farm?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Is Steina Jonsdottir's belief that Agnes and she are similar a valid comparison? What is the "truth" of the situation according to Agnes? Using page 169 as a reference, establish the argument that takes place and paraphrase Agnes' thoughts.

Essay Topic 2

Natan and Agnes have a tumultuous relationship, which seems to leave Agnes in wonderment. Describe their relationship and each role the character played. Use five quotes to back up your vision.

Essay Topic 3

How does Reverend Toti's father react to him being a spiritual advisor? Even if he does not specifically reference his son's choice, there are many instances where it is quite obvious that he has a formidable opinion. Do you agree/disagree with his judgment? Why?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 1,034 words (approx. 4 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample